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Recent studies show that hospitalization, even without exposure to antimicrobial drugs, can put horses at increased risk for developing antimicrobial-resistant infections. This suggests the microbial community present in the hospital environment may be a contributing factor. However, how antimicrobial-resistant pathogens emerge within veterinary hospitals – and the role of the hospital environment in this phenomenon – is not well defined. Researchers will use genetic sequencing technology to help map out microbial communities and antimicrobial-resistant genes shared between equine patients and their surrounding hospital environment. An improved understanding of the factors involved in resistant infections will be a valuable tool for veterinary hospitals and equine clinicians. Findings will inform how to better prescribe antimicrobial drugs.

Study ID
D21EQ-020
Study Status
Active
Start Date
05/01/2021
Grant amount awarded
$74,952
Grant recipient
The University of Georgia
Study country
United States
Investigator
Brandy Burgess, DVM, PhD
Study category
Infectious Disease